Winter Health Tips For Dogs and Pets

Winter has slowly arrived in most of the United States and it’s time to start thinking about how to keep your pet safe during the cold months.

• Don't leave your dog or pet outside for long periods of time.  Consider purchasing a pet door.
• Keep your dog or pet warm, dry, and away from drafts.  Our line of sweaters may be just the right thing for your pet.
• Be extra careful when your dog or pet is near frozen water.  Consider purchasing a heated water bowl for your pet
• Groom your dog or pet regularly to keep him properly insulated.
• Feed your dog extra calories if he is a working dog.
• Towel or blow-dry a wet dog or pet.
• Don't leave your dog or pet alone in a car.
• Antifreeze is poisonous to dogs or pets although they like the smell.
• Rock salt to melt ice may irritate dog or pets footpads.  Use Safe Pet Ice Melter or try a pair of Arctic Pet Boots
• Provide plenty of fresh water for your dog or pet.  Browse our line of Automatic Pet Waterers
• Don't allow your dog or pet to get frostbite.
• Be careful of fireplaces which can burn your dog or pet.